While there were some good things going for the offense, it seemed the Beavers never found a rhythm that they could maintain throughout the game. The first half was sloppy, but they showed some good plays during the third quarter where Jacquizz Rodgers had some nice runs.

With Sean Canfield at the helm, I would like to see the Beavers go deep more often. Yes, this would mean that the offensive line would need to give him a little more time, but it would also help open up the all important run game too something the Beavers will want to capitalize on next week to control the clock when Cincinnati comes to town.

Maybe the Beavs are truly missing Darrell Catchings, but with James Rodgers seeing a double team much of the night, I suspect that other receivers may have been open a time or two.

As for the offensive line, they are a work in progress. I think once Grant Johnson and Michael Philipp settle in, they will be fine. As of right now though, they have moments where they seem to struggle. Maybe more tight end blocking help is needed on the left side to help out for the time being.

I was encouraged by true freshman Jovan Stevenson who turned in a couple of solid runs.

Was it a bad performance? No. Can the offense improve? Yes, greatly.

They showed grit on that last drive (although I wasn't a fan of the clock management at the end), but they were saved by a pass interference penalty to keep the drive alive. It just would be nice to see more options than short dink and dunk dump off passes much of the game (and I'm sure Canfield would fee a lot better if he weren't getting pummeled too).